Core Insights - Harmonic's cOS platform is being adopted by German broadband operator neu-medianet to enhance its network with XGS-PON fiber broadband services, allowing for symmetric multi-gigabit broadband delivery [1][2] - The deployment of Harmonic's cOS platform is part of neu-medianet's long-term strategy to expand its fiber broadband network and improve service quality [2][3] Company Developments - neu-medianet is utilizing Harmonic's high-density, energy-efficient Pier optical line terminal (OLT) shelves to streamline the rollout of fiber services and minimize infrastructure requirements [2] - The Open ONT approach from Harmonic allows neu-medianet to avoid vendor lock-in, enabling the selection of customer premises equipment (CPE) that best meets its operational needs [2] Market Positioning - Harmonic's cOS platform supports over 35 million CPE devices globally, showcasing its leadership in virtualized broadband solutions across various regions including North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia [4] - The partnership with Normann Engineering ensures effective system integration and deployment support for neu-medianet, enhancing its operational capabilities [3]